CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (5 reports).
2012 Land Rover Range Rover recalls
Passenger airbag may explode, sending metal fragments at occupants
The front passenger airbag inflator in these Range Rovers can degrade over time from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
Certain Land Rover Range Rover vehicles from model years 2007 through 2009 and 2012 have passenger-side front airbag inflators that can rupture in a crash that deploys the front airbags.
Front Brake Hose Can Rupture, Losing Brake Fluid and Braking
The flexible front brake hoses on these vehicles may rupture, causing brake fluid to leak out.
Most common 2012 Land Rover Range Rover problems
Problem areas named in the 20 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 5 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
The vehicle out of nowhere began to make a werid clacking noise (possibly the lifters so we thought) my husband immediately pulled off the freeway the car sputtered; The engine immediately SEIZED, BEGAN TO SMOKE, and CAUGHT FIRE.
In January 2025 I noticed light ticking/knocking at startup, idle, and while driving. On January 23, 2025 I searched online for how to check the oil level and for an L322 dipstick location (there is none). Only after finding a YouTube video with an undocumented override (double-pressing the âCancelâ button) was I able to see the oil level on January 31, 2025, and it showed zero. I added oil immediately, but the knocking gradually worsened over the following months until very loud clattering began on July 4, 2025. The electronic oil level monitoring and warning system failed. When I followed the ownerâs manual procedure to check the oil, the display repeatedly showed âOil Level Not A
Gearbox failure. NO warning lamps, symptoms or messages prior to the incident. While driving down the road, upon accelerating; the vehicle would not move forward. The shift was in drive. There was an indicating (grinding) noise beneath the vehicle. Had this been on a highway it had great potential to become a severe danger to myself and passengers, or other drivers! found to be transfer case and connecting transmission spline ground to a powder. It was towed to the Land Rover service department.
When curving left, driving 50mph, the slightest bump, such as a lane marker makes the front passenger wheel bounce independently from the other three tires and makes the steering wheel shake. It's possible to lose control. The problem has been identified as a control arm. I have had this problem repaired 3 times. Why does this keep happening, specifically to that side? Repairs took place in 2016, 2018, 2024
The contact owns a 2012 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that when she entered the vehicle, she was unable to close the front passengerâs side door. There was an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact became aware that the front passengerâs side door latch was fractured. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where the door latch was replaced; however, the contact then stated that the driver's door was unable to close. The contact became aware that the door latch was also fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V387000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages); however, the VIN was not
2012 Land Rover Range Rover questions
Does the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover: Passenger airbag may explode, sending metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Front Brake Hose Can Rupture, Losing Brake Fluid and Braking; Visibility:Windshield. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover?
Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (5), Engine (4), Service Brakes (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.